Discovering The Dramatic Volcanoes By Helicopter
Rwanda is truly the Land of a Thousand Hills and a helicopter flight over its Volcanoes will make you appreciate the country’s breathtaking landscapes. Helicopter tours provide unmatched aerial views of the Volcanoes National Park and the countryside. Helicopter flights are time-saving and provide a distinct perspective on Rwanda’s breathtaking landscapes. They offer remarkable options to adventure seekers who desire something exclusive.
The ultimate guide to discovering the dramatic Volcanoes by helicopter
Helicopter Transfers
Taking a helicopter tour to Volcanoes National Park Rwanda marks the start of the electrifying flight adventure to enjoy the country’s diverse landscapes. Visitors depart from Kigali and enjoy the panoramic views of Kigali before heading toward the countryside characterized by rolling hills.
Arrival at the Musanze region on a flight allows you to appreciate and come to an agreement on why Rwanda is referred to as the Land of a Thousand Hills. The entire journey brings to you the remarkable visual narrative of the distinct topography of Rwanda featuring tea plantations and terraced farmlands as well as dense forests and volcanic peaks.
Easy access & connectivity to the lodge
Helicopter flights make your journey to Volcanoes National Park shorter with guaranteed comfort. It is the quickest option for accessing the lush Volcanoes National Park. Driving up to Volcanoes National Park takes between 2 and 3 hours depending on the road conditions or traffic.
Helicopter flight cuts down the long hours to about half an hour to reach Volcanoes National Park. From Kigali with incredible treat to aerial views, expect to land at the Musanze Airstrip. Upon landing, you can easily connect to your pre-booked safari lodge in Volcanoes National Park or Musanze.
Helicopter flight options
Choose the right helicopter flight that can accommodate everyone you intend to travel with for a Rwanda safari holiday. The available options include a 3-seater helicopter and a 6-seater aircraft. Talk to the local expert in advance to plan and book your helicopter tours to and from Volcanoes National Park Rwanda.
What to do in Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla trekking
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park awaits every primate adventure seeker on the Rwanda safari. The actual journey begins right at the Kinigi area with a briefing on the gorilla trekking regulations and allocation of gorilla groups by the professional park official. The gorilla trek involves exploring any of the 13 habituated gorilla groups and each is visited by a maximum of 8 (eight) guests.
Visitors have a chance to stay with mountain gorillas for 1 hour upon locating them. The interaction with these large apes includes taking photos. But ensure that you have a valid gorilla trekking permit which is issued at USD 1500 per person. Book your permit and gorilla safari through a reliable tour operator on the ground.
Golden Monkey Tracking
Besides gorilla encounters, Volcanoes National Park is also known for its exhilarating golden monkey treks. The golden monkey trek is such a captivating primate adventure where you get to learn more about the beautiful golden monkeys in their habitat. A maximum of one hour is guaranteed to every primate trekker on golden monkey tracking and this is after you have found a troop of golden monkeys.
Discover the dramatic Volcanic Landscape.
Embark on a guided Volcano hike to explore the finest Virunga Volcanoes in Rwanda. The different volcanoes to expect to explore on hiking adventures include Bisoke Volcano, Karisimbi, Muhabura, and Gahinga Volcanoes.
Other destinations to enjoy helicopter flights in Rwanda
Aside from Volcanoes National Park, helicopter tours in Rwanda are also provided to Nyungwe Forest National Park and Akagera National Park. Nyungwe is situated in the Southern Province and offers captivating chimpanzee and canopy walk experiences, etc. Akagera National Park is in the Eastern Province of Rwanda and is the only country’s Big 5 game safari destination.